Sox Machine Live!: Best stretch of 2018

Sox Machine on the Radio: Josh Nelson on ESPN 1000's Murph and Fred: Air Date: 5/5/2018 Topics * Positive takeaways from Carson Fulmer's start vs. Twins * When should Michael Kopech be called up? * Why did the White Sox trade for Trayce Thompson? * What are the chances the White Sox sign Manny Machado in the offseason? by Sox Machine

19 min listen

14: Dash, Davidson and Drama: Guest: Joe Weil, the voice of the Winston-Salem Dash The rundown: * Chicago White Sox wrap up the first month of the season with Matt Davidson leading the offense. Is his performance a mirage? * We discuss what happened with Tim Anderson and Salvador Perez, and how players should handle on the field issues like this in the future. * Our feature story is a deep dive look at the Winston-Salem Dash with broadcaster Joe Weil. He shares his insight on Dane Dunning, Dylan Cease, the outfield logjam, and how new manager Omar Vizquel handles it all. by Sox Machine

77 min listen

White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 1, 2018: Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 1st: * The White Sox had the day off in preparation for a two-game series against the Cardinals, starting tonight in St. Louis. * Birmingham clubbed their way to an 11-7 victory, as Eloy Jimenez, Zack Collins, and Seby Zavala all joined in on the hit parade. * The Dodgers' pennant defense suffered a major blow with the announcement that Corey Seager will be undergoing Tommy John surgery. by Sox Machine

8 min listen

White Sox Wake Up Call: May 4, 2018: The Rundown: * Down 5-1, the White Sox comeback thanks to home runs by Daniel Palka and Trayce Thompson to beat the Twins, 6-5. * Micker Adolfo and Luis Basabe homer to power the Dash to a sweep of Lynchburg * Albert Pujols gets hit 2,999 but falls short of reaching the accomplishment at home. by Sox Machine

12 min listen

17: A Home Series Win!: Guests: Joe Ostrowski, 670 the score Trevor Wilt, Kannapolis Intimidators The Rundown: * The Chicago White Sox won a home series! After starting 3-15 at GRF, the White Sox won 3 out of 4 against the Texas Rangers as we recap the great performance from Reynaldo Lopez. * 670 the Score's Joe Ostrowski brings his insight about the Supreme Court's historic ruling that allows states to open up sports gambling. * Kannapolis Intimidators PxP Trevor Wilt joins the show to share his thoughts about Carlos Rodon's rehab start and the Intimidators torrid pace. by Sox Machine

63 min listen

Sox Machine Live!: Lucas Giolito and James Shields bounce back: Recorded: 5/2/2018 The rundown: * Even though the White Sox lost both games against St. Louis we saw good starts from Lucas Giolito and James Shields. We discuss what has been working for them and which pitches to watch for in upcoming starts to see if this success will continue. * Yoan Moncada is banged up. Should manager Rick Renteria give him a break? * Who should close games for the White Sox moving forward: Nate Jones or Joakim Soria? * Preview the upcoming series against the Minnesota Twins Presented by SeatGeek by Sox Machine

35 min listen

15: MLB Draft Preview with Jim Callis: Guest: Jim Callis, MLBPipeline.com The Rundown: * We recap the weekend bringing back The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly as the White Sox have their worst start to a season since 1948. * Our good friend, Jim Callis, joins the show to share his thoughts about the upcoming MLB Draft and who would be a good fit for the White Sox at pick 4\. Plus, his thoughts about a potential Michael Kopech call up and which prospects are rising up the rankings board. * Of course, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox including one about who would be a good choice as the White Sox radio play-by-play commentator. Presented by SeatGeek. Save $10 off tickets using promo code MACHINE - both for new and existing users. by Sox Machine

85 min listen

$15: MLB Draft Preview with Jim Callis: Guest: Jim Callis, MLBPipeline.com The Rundown: * We recap the weekend bringing back The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly as the White Sox have their worst start to a season since 1948. * Our good friend, Jim Callis, joins the show to share his thoughts about the upcoming MLB Draft and who would be a good fit for the White Sox at pick 4\. Plus, his thoughts about a potential Michael Kopech call up and which prospects are rising up the rankings board. * Of course, we answer your questions in P.O. Sox including one about who would be a good choice as the White Sox radio play-by-play commentator. Presented by SeatGeek. Save $10 off tickets using promo code MACHINE - both for new and existing users.$

Sox Machine Live!: Welington Castillo leaves the White Sox in quite a mess: Recorded 5/24/2018 Rundown: * With Welington Castillo's suspension we discuss what the impacts are short and long-term at the catching position. * Leury Garcia on the DL also forces Rick Hahn to promote Charlie Tilson. But why are they signing minor league outfielders for Charlotte and not promoting Eloy Jimenez? * Preview the upcoming road series against the Detroit Tigers by Sox Machine

36 min listen

Sox Machine Live!: Bullpen blows it again: Recorded: 5-9-2018 The Rundown: * The Chicago White Sox struggles continue as Nate Jones gives up a three-run lead in the ninth as the Pittsburgh Pirates sweep the Sox * Is Rick Renteria getting carried away pulling starters during games for not hustling? * Is it time for Eloy Jimenez to face AAA pitching? * Cubs/Sox preview by Sox Machine

39 min listen

White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 8, 2018: Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call for May 8, 2018: * The White Sox were off Monday, which means they didn't lose! They also released an encouraging update on Danny Farquhar. * In the minors, Eloy Jimenez, Zack Collins, and the Birmingham Barons continued to mash with a late comeback victory. * Around the majors, there were blowouts abound, plus the Sox two most recent opponents matched up. by Sox Machine

7 min listen

White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 2, 2018: Good morning. Here's your White Sox Wake-Up Call: * **Last night:** The White Sox defense tried to prop up a shaky bullpen, but the contact Joakim Soria allowed couldn't be flagged down, and he blew the save. * **Down on the farm:** Michael Kopech is tested, Dylan Cease isn't, and the organization hands out awards. * **Around the league:** Late homers aplenty, and Adam Eaton's ankle injury continues to be worse than initially expected. by Sox Machine

11 min listen

White Sox Wake-Up Call: May 16, 2018: Good morning. Here's what's in your White Sox Wake-Up Call: * The White Sox once again got thumped in the first inning, and this time it resulted in a shutout. * Jameson Taillon is coming back from a cut on his pitching hand that healed so slowly that he entertained the thought of using urine to fix it. * The minor-league affiliates were 0-4, although Eloy Jimenez had a nice night. * Robinson Cano is suspended, A.J. Pollock is out 4-8 weeks, and the AL Central is still a mess. by Sox Machine

10 min listen

Sox Machine Live!: Crushed in Cleveland: Recorded: 5/30/2018 Rundown: * Jose Abreu gets frustrated * Lessons learned from Lucas Giolito and Reynaldo Lopez starts against Cleveland * Is Tim Anderson finding his groove? * What’s the cause of Yoan Moncada’s slump in May? * Preview the upcoming series against the Milwaukee Brewers by Sox Machine

44 min listen